Who is CEO Yang Su-jin, the subject of solicitation allegations? Face photo, age, education (ft. Kim Seung-won)

We have summarized everything from the age and educational background of Representative Yang Su-jin, a key figure in the allegations of solicitation against Justice Minister nominee Kim Seung-won, to the full details of the case and the latest updates regarding the court trial.

 

1. CEO Yang Su-jin Profile! Age, Education, Past History

Ms. Yang Su-jin, who is mentioned in the news and communities, is someone who served as a female healthcare entrepreneur.

Birth and Age: Born August 20, 1979 (47 years old)

 

Highest Education: Graduated from Soongsil Women's University → Ph.D. in Science, Graduate School of Kyung Hee University (Majoring in Oriental Medicine Dermatology/Convergence Biotechnology)

Major Career: Former CEO of Gusta Co., Ltd. (Launched women's Y-zone care brand 'Inner Pink', currently closed)

Unique Background: Prior to the beauty and bio business, I operated an entertainment establishment (OO Bar) in Cheongdam-dong, Seoul.

 

She is someone who originally ran an entertainment establishment and then founded 'Gusta,' a company specializing in hygiene products such as feminine hygiene washes and hand sanitizers. She received an award from the Minister of Environment and was introduced as a successful female bio-beauty entrepreneur, but it is said that she went through bankruptcy proceedings following financial difficulties.

For your reference, please do not confuse her with professional golfer Yang Su-jin, born in 1991, as they share only the same name!

2. Yang Su-jin's recent Instagram updates

As soon as the controversy erupted, Ms. Yang Su-jin’s personal Instagram account (@oz_sujini) was immediately closed. She also remained silent and kept her mouth shut in response to reporters’ questions during her confirmation hearing and court appearance at the Western District Court.

3. The reason it is mentioned alongside the Kim Seung-won controversy (The full story)

Why on earth did Ms. Yang Su-jin appear in a pharmaceutical company's clinical trial? The key is her role as a 'bridge (connecting link).'

Relationship Network: Ms. Yang Su-jin was a teacher-student relationship with Kang Se-chan (founder of Genencell), who was her academic advisor at Kyung Hee University Graduate School, and she reportedly maintained a close friendship with candidate Kim Seung-won for nearly 20 years after meeting him over legal business matters in the past.

 

Complaint Delivery: In 2021, when the clinical trial approval by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety for a COVID-19 treatment being developed by Genencell was delayed, Professor Kang asked Ms. Yang Su-jin to "help expedite the clinical trial approval."

 

Contact with the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety: At the request of Ms. Yang Su-jin, then-National Assembly member Kim Seung-won sent a message/phone call to Minister of Food and Drug Safety Kim Kang-lip to convey a petition for expedited processing, and Phase 2 and 3 clinical trials were approved 14 days later.

 

Allegations of quid pro quo: An investment transaction worth 11.3 billion won took place immediately before and after approval, and subsequently, Genencell proceeded with an investment of 600 million won in convertible bonds (CB) in Ms. Yang Su-jin's company (Gusta), leading to a court trial on charges that this was a bribe or a quid pro quo for brokering.

 

Candidate Kim Seung-won's side clarified that it was "not an improper solicitation but a simple delivery of a civil complaint," but legal and political scrutiny continues regarding the scope of a lawmaker's authority and the subsequent investment transaction.

4. Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

 

Q1. What is the legal status of Ms. Yang Su-jin and Candidate Kim Seung-won?

A. Candidate Kim Seung-won received a suspended indictment from the prosecution in 2024, but the police investigation has recently resumed following additional complaints. Ms. Yang Su-jin and Professor Kang Se-chan are currently on trial for charges of promising to offer bribes and accepting bribes, with the final hearing scheduled for November 2026.

 

Q2. Are the products from the Gusta company, formerly run by Yang Su-jin, still being sold?

A. Gusta is currently closed down as it was declared bankrupt and underwent liquidation procedures due to deteriorating business conditions.

 

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